Rescue rabbit waiting two years for new home

The RSPCA is appealing for a new home for a rabbit who has been waiting more than two years to be adopted.

Casey, a white male Rex rabbit, is two-and-a-half years old, so has been waiting for a new home for most of his life.

Despite being described by staff and volunteers as an "absolutely lovely bunny", he has struggled to get interest from potential adopters.

Leah Carnall, from the RSPCA’s Little Valley Animal Centre near Exeter, said Casey was in a "heartbreaking" state and "terrified of the world" when he came to the centre after being rescued as part of a cruelty case.

Vicky Black, who also works at the centre, said "His living conditions before coming here were awful.

"He was shut in a little hutch along with a lot of other Rex bunnies, so he came in very nervous."

The centre is looking to place Casey with a female rabbit in a home with a secure garden, as he enjoys being outdoors.

Miss Black said he was a very intelligent, cheeky rabbit, with a soft, velvety coat.

Because of his background, Casey could be cautious around new people, but had grown in confidence since he was rescued, staff said.

Miss Carnall said: "To watch him grow and begin to enjoy life has been an amazing experience.

"He’s not a bunny who likes to be cuddled. He gets a little nervous being touched - but that doesn’t mean he won’t be a wonderful pet.

“We so desperately want him to have his happy ever after.”

As well as enjoying the outdoors, the centre said Casey enjoyed vegetables and treats, as well as the occasional head rub.

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